60 Hikes Within 60 Miles by Randy Golden Atlanta: Including Marietta, Lawrenceville, and Peachtree City

Atlanta is one of the South’s premier cities, but it’s also home to some of the region’s most spectacular hiking and walking destinations. 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Atlanta helps readers find and enjoy the best nearby hikes, from Stone Mountain Park to the Georgia mountains, Sprewell Bluff to the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, and a wealth of locations in between. Hikes range from pleasant family strolls to challenging treks for those looking for a serious workout and in addition to scenic beauty, many of the hikes, such as Burnt Hickory Loop and Cheatham Hill Trail, have historical appeal. Others, like the Grant Park Loop and Atlantic Ramble, feature major Atlanta attractions. Expertly drawn maps and trail profiles complement detailed trail descriptions, while a handy list indicates special interests  best hikes for children, scenic hikes, hikes for wildlife viewing, running trails, and more.

Georgia hikers since 1980, Randy and Pam Golden moved to the Atlanta area from Orlando in 1984. Besides hiking, they love animals and outdoor adventure. They began writing about the trails they hike on for "About North Georgia" (ngeorgia.com) in 1995 and started their own Web site in 1998, GeorgiaTrails.com.